McMahon Publications
Anesthesiology
Gastroenterology
General Surgery
Health-System Pharmacy
Infectious Disease
Oncology
Pain Medicine
Rheumatology
CMEZone
THE INDEPENDENT MONTHLY NEWSPAPER FOR THE GENERAL SURGEON
Last Update: January 25, 2012
Email Register | Forgot Password
Password Remember me
       

Fixing Mesh to Diaphragm Carries Major Risks

January 2012

A new report warns surgeons to use caution when anchoring mesh to the diaphragm after discovering 15 cases of cardiac tamponade caused by mesh fixation to the diaphragm. Eight patients died as a result of the complication, according to the report (Surgery 2011 Sep 24 [Epub ahead of print]).
read more

  • Fixing Mesh to Diaphragm Carries Major Risks

    January 2012

    A new report warns surgeons to use caution when anchoring mesh to the diaphragm after discovering 15 cases of cardiac tamponade caused by mesh fixation to the diaphragm. Eight patients died as a result of the complication, according to the report (Surgery 2011 Sep 24 [Epub ahead of print]).
    read more

  • On the Spot with Colleen Hutchinson: “The Art of Herniology”

    January 2012

    It’s impressive to me that thought leaders in the various fields of surgery care enough about surgical innovation and education to take the time to be a part of this column. This month’s participants, some old and some ...
    read more

  • Mesh Confusion: So Many Available, But Which Ones To Use and When?

    January 2012

    “In order to get good results, you need to accurately assess the risk for infection in high-risk patients, use good surgical technique and understand your options when it comes to the right repair material,” Dr. Ferzoco said.
    read more

    •
CUSTOM PUBLICATIONS
The Most Read Articles From